Air Fryer Shepherd’s Pie

(Serves 4)

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground lamb (or beef for “cottage pie”)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup corn (optional)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the topping:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from boiled potatoes or instant)
• 1–2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup cheese, grated (optional, cheddar or parmesan)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Prepare the filling

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onions and carrots; sauté 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
4. Add ground lamb (or beef) and cook until browned, breaking up lumps.
5. Stir in tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
6. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Stir in peas (and corn if using). Remove from heat.

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2. Prepare the topping

1. Make mashed potatoes: boil potatoes until tender, mash with butter, salt, and pepper.
2. Optional: stir in 1/4 cup cheese for extra richness.

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3. Assemble Shepherd’s Pie

1. Lightly grease a small air fryer-safe baking dish or pan.
2. Spread the meat and vegetable filling evenly on the bottom.
3. Top with mashed potatoes, spreading evenly. Use a fork to create small ridges (helps browning).

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4. Air fry

1. Preheat air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
2. Place the dish in the air fryer basket.
3. Cook for 12–15 minutes, until the topping is lightly golden.
4. Optional: broil or air fry an additional 2–3 minutes at 400°F for extra browning on top.

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5. Serve

• Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
• Optional garnish: chopped parsley.